Who We Are
For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Job Description:
Position Purpose summary:
The Thrift Store Clerk provides service to customers, sort incoming product and assists in the ongoing retail operations of The Salvation Army Bowmanville Thrift Store.

Accountabilities:

• Greet customers and donors in a friendly manner and provide excellent customer service.
• Assist in keeping the Store tidy, clean, organized and stocked of merchandise.
• Sort & Price donations as directed.
• Responsible for accurate completion of all customer transactions including cash and debit/credit sales with minimal voids, overages or shortages.
• Adhere to store policy regarding cheques, credit cards, refunds, voids and holds.
• Pay attention to store security, by monitoring activity within the store.
• Answer the phone efficiently in a polite and professional manner.
• Inform your supervisor of all customer complaints, comments and concerns regarding customer service, prices, merchandise, etc.
• All other store related duties as assigned.

Health & Safety

• Contribute to the safety of staff and customers (e.g. snow removal, clear fire exits, cleans spillage; no obstacles inside/outside the store).
• Maintain an attractive organized appearance of the store, may be asked to tidy up and restock shelves, clean, sweep, dust and mop as necessary; on a rotational basis clean the lunchroom, washroom and other common areas.
• Work in compliance with OH&S Act and Regulations and abide by The Salvation Army’s health and safety policies and procedures.

MANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position reports directly to the Thrift Store Manager

Please refer the Job description for details